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Dubai Budokan Cup 2026

International Karate Championship

Sunday, 15 November 2026 Dubai, United Arab Emirates WKF rules

Invitation to participate

Dear Sensei,

On behalf of the Organising Committee, it is our great honour and privilege to invite you and your esteemed karate club to participate in the Dubai Budokan Cup 2026 — a prestigious international karate championship held on 15 November 2026 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
This distinguished event brings together talented karate practitioners from across the world, providing an exceptional platform to demonstrate technical excellence, competitive spirit, discipline and the true values of martial arts.
The championship aims to strengthen friendship, mutual respect and unity among the international karate community. We sincerely look forward to welcoming your athletes, coaches, officials and supporters to Dubai for an unforgettable celebration of karate excellence and the true spirit of Budo.

Dr. Renshi RenjithChief Organiser, Budokan Cup 2026

Participation categories

Age Divisions

From four-year-old sub-juniors to veterans over fifty — compete in Kata, Kumite or both. Your division is suggested automatically when you register.

Sub-Junior

4–5 yrs6–7 yrs7–8 yrs8–10 yrs

Junior

10–12 yrs

Teen

12–14 yrs14–16 yrs

Senior

17–20 yrs21–25 yrs26–30 yrs31–35 yrs36–40 yrs

Veteran (Junior)

40–49 yrs

Veteran (Senior)

50+ yrs

Tournament regulations

Fair. Fast. By the book.

WKF

The championship is conducted in accordance with World Karate Federation (WKF) rules.

Competitors are grouped by age, gender, belt grade, height and weight, where applicable.

Each division has a maximum of eight (8) participants for fair and efficient competition.

Entry fees

Choose your entry

The UAE Karate Federation registration fee is charged once per athlete in addition to the entry fee.

Single entry

AED250

≈ US $68

Compete in Kata or Kumite
Participation medal & certificate
Podium medals for top 4

Best valueDouble entry

AED300

≈ US $82

Compete in Kata and Kumite
Two chances at the podium
Participation medal & certificate

Additional · per athlete

AED50

≈ US $15

UAE Karate Federation registration fee
Required for every competitor
Added automatically to your total

Awards & recognition

Every athlete is honoured

Winners are honoured at the podium ceremony immediately after their event. Every participant receives an official medal and certificate.

1st Place

Gold medal & certificate

2nd Place

Silver medal & certificate

3rd & 4th Place

Bronze medal & certificate

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Every Competitor

Participation medal & certificate

Officials

Commemorative plaque & appreciation certificate

Tournament packages

Travel made effortless

Coming from abroad? Pick a package when you register and our team will send you a tailored quote for airfare, visas, accommodation and sightseeing.

Airport Transfer

Arrive and leave without a thought.

Airport pick-up
Airport drop-off

Visa, Stay & Transfer

The essentials for international teams.

UAE visa assistance
Airport transfers
Accommodation

Complete Hospitality

Compete, then discover Dubai.

Visa assistance
Airport transfers
Accommodation
3 nights / 4 days sightseeing

All-Inclusive

Door to dojo — we handle everything.

Round-trip airfare
Visa assistance
Airport transfers
Accommodation
3 nights / 4 days sightseeing

Thailand Karate Cup 2027 team leaders offer poster

Exclusive team leaders offer

Free accommodation & tour package — Thailand Karate Cup 2027

Team leaders of clubs participating in the Dubai Budokan Cup 2026 receive free accommodation and a tour package at the Thailand Karate Cup on 24 January 2027. Lead your team in Dubai — enjoy our hospitality in Thailand.

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